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hemming sheers how to do it
pcostanzo   Beginner Member since 10/19/11 Posts: 16	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 5/28/12 3:30 PM I am making a blouse using silk chiffon over crepe de china as an overlay. This is my first time sewing sheers. This blouse is cut on the bias. I would appreciate any suggestions as to how to hem it; as a single unit or separately?
couturemom   Advanced NC USA Member since 7/19/11 Posts: 111	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 5/29/12 10:47 AM I haven't had a lot of experience with this, but I would think hemming separately would be better. This would allow the 2 layers to shift according to their own drape and they won't tug or drag against each other or create puckers/bubbles.
pcostanzo   Beginner Member since 10/19/11 Posts: 16	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 5/29/12 12:28 PM Thank you, that sounds logical. I appreciate your help. Pat
grey ann   Intermediate NY USA Member since 4/25/09 Posts: 81	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 5/29/12 2:39 PM I agree with doing two separate hems. Google Wisconsin Public Television and find the Sewing with Nancy shows. She did 2 shows with Linda Lee - Runway Finishes for Cool Edges, or something like that. They showed how to do a baby hem on a sheer fabric and also doing a curved hem on Thai silk. Very smooth! Good luck
Miss Fairchild   Advanced USA Member since 8/24/02 Posts: 6990	Login to reply to this post In reply to couturemom << Like this post Date: 5/29/12 3:04 PM Quote: I haven't had a lot of experience with this, but I would think hemming separately would be better. Yup. You're right on with this. I've been doing this with prom dresses for the last four weeks and your thinking is right. Not only that, but if one bias grainline were a little off, it would cause problems with drape if you sewed them together. ------ "We don't impose our rhythm on Nature. The key is to respect and live within Her." Jean-Charles Boisset, Winemaker "And no, now that you asked, I didn't enjoy that play one bit, and I'd like a refund" Signed, Mrs. Lincoln My Etsy shop: auntmaymesattic My blog: auntmaymesattic.wordpress.com Avatar: First place award for jacket at county fair
fryman   Intermediate FL USA Member since 10/23/07 Posts: 7	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 5/31/12 9:07 PM Also, I would think stiffening the hem area would be helpful; making it easier to control and sew. I am referring to a wash out stiffener, even a heavy duty spray starch.

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